Adderall Possession & Distribution

New Brunwick NJ Adderall Possession Lawyer

There is no hiding the fact that our lawyers are handling more Adderall possession and distribution charges than ever as a result of the increased popularity of this drug with students. Adderall increases the amount of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain to allow for greater focus, concentration and overall cognitive performance. If you were charged with possession of Adderall or, worse yet, distribution of this controlled dangerous substance (“CDS”), our attorneys are here to assist you. The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall is the largest criminal defense firm in Middlesex County, employs several former prosecutors and possesses over a century of experience defending individuals in New Brunswick at the Middlesex Superior Court. We defend Adderall charges arising anywhere in this region including in Woodbridge, Milltown, North Brunswick, Edison and Sayreville. Call our New Brunswick Office at 732-246-7126 for a free consultation.

Adderall Offense in Middlesex County

N.J.S.A. 2C:35-10.5 targets those who possess prescription drugs like Adderall without a valid prescription. The law also applies to those who distribute this CDS without a license. Either variety of violation arises as follows:

Second Degree Crime. It is a second degree crime to possess or distribute 100 dosage units or more of Adderall. There is a maximum fine of $300,000 and up to 5-10 years in state prison that applies at the time of sentencing.

Third Degree Crime. Possessing or distributing at least 5 dosage units but less than 100 is a third degree crime that results in a fine of up to $200,000 and as much as 5 years in prison.

Fourth Degree Crime. A fourth degree crime with up to 18 months of incarceration and a $10,000 fine is triggered if someone is convicted of possession or distribution of four or fewer dosage units of Adderall for pecuniary gain.

Disorderly Persons Offense. A person who distributes four or fewer units of Adderall without pecuniary gain is guilty of a disorderly persons offense. The penalties for this violation include up to 6 months in the county jail and a fine of up to $1,000.

Drivers License Suspension. There is a mandatory driver’s license suspension that also applies when someone is convicted of a violating 2C:35-10.5. The period of revocation ranges from 6 months to 2 years in the discretion of the court.

Piscataway NJ Adderall Distribution Attorney

An Adderall offense certainly has the potential to cause serious complications in your life. Serious penalties like those described apply and those convicted of this charge also have a criminal record. Averting a finding of guilt is therefore extremely important. The lawyers at The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall can help you avoid an unfavorable outcome for possession/distribution of Adderall in Piscataway, South Brunswick, Monroe, Carteret or Middlesex. To speak to an attorney on our staff anytime 24/7, call our Piscataway Office at 732-562-0308.

The Law Offices of Jonathan F. Marshall has a team of criminal lawyers that defend clients charged with possession and distribution of adderall throughout Middlesex County including in Piscataway, Woodbridge, New Brunswick, East Brunswick, Edison, Old Bridge, Sayreville, Monroe, Carteret, Metuchen, Middlesex, North Brunswick, Perth Amboy, South Brunswick, Plainsboro, South Plainfield, South River and Spotswood NJ.